The average train between Harpenden and Plymouth takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Harpenden to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Harpenden and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harpenden is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Farringdon and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harpenden to Plymouth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Harpenden station and arriving at Plymouth station via Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Harpenden to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.
Harpenden to Plymouth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Harpenden to Plymouth train tickets online with Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Harpenden and Plymouth is 309.3 km. The road distance is 407 km.
You can take a train from Harpenden to Plymouth via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 4h 32m.